TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Veteran Taiwanese singer Emil Chau (周華健) unveiled his highly anticipated "Life of Pi 3.0" concert tour Thursday (June 12), commemorating four decades since his musical debut in the entertainment industry. The milestone tour launches Sept. 20 at Taipei Arena (台北小巨蛋) before moving to Kaohsiung Arena (高雄巨蛋) on Nov. 29. Chau expressed profound excitement about returning to perform in Taiwan, the island nation where his illustrious music career first began and flourished over the past four decades.
The celebrated artist drew inspiration from acclaimed Taiwanese director Ang Lee's (李安) cinematic masterpiece, envisioning a concert experience that transports audiences on a nostalgic journey through decades of musical memories with cutting-edge immersive effects. Chau emphasized his anticipation for reconnecting with devoted fans in Kaohsiung, Taiwan's southern port city, while crafting a more intimate and personal concert atmosphere. The tour promises to showcase his most beloved classic theme songs, representing the artistic culmination of his extensive four-decade performance career spanning multiple generations of music lovers.
The 65-year-old musical icon maintains an active touring schedule across major Asian metropolitan centers, demonstrating remarkable endurance and vocal prowess that defies his age. Chau credits his exceptional stamina and sustained vocal strength to his dedicated running regimen, maintaining his physical fitness through regular cardiovascular exercise. The veteran performer jokingly dismisses concerns about his demanding performance schedule, characterizing such intensive concerts as 'a piece of cake' with characteristic humor and confidence that has endeared him to fans throughout his career. ◼
